"I have played FIFA all of my life and it's a huge honour to be asked to be on the cover of FIFA 15," said Hazard. "Now I have played the game I can say it's the most realistic football game I have seen."

As well appearing on the UK box, Hazard will also feature on the cover of the French, Belgium and Dutch versions of FIFA 15.

ORIGINAL REPORT: The UK cover star for FIFA 15 will be revealed at 4pm today, EA has announced.

The mystery athlete will join Barcelona striker Lionel Messi on the cover of the UK box when it launches across the country on September 26.